Posts from: Buyers
by 08/2/2021
It’s the old supply-and-demand predicament: Home sales in the U.S. continue at a torrid pace, but the availability of listings remains limited. Buoyed by historically low mortgage rates, buyers keep shopping for homes, reducing the available inventory and sparking a rise…
by 07/2/2021
Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, it’s never been more important to understand the appraisal process and how it can be impacted by a quickly appreciating and highly competitive housing market. It’s also crucial to work with a skilled real estate agent who can guide…
by 06/3/2021
If you’re a homeowner, it’s important for you to understand how your home’s value contributes to your overall net worth. If you’re a renter or first-time buyer, now is the time for you to figure out how homeownership fits into your short-term goals and your…
by 05/2/2021
One thing is for sure—life never stands still. And your housing needs won’t, either. In the United States, the median duration of homeownership hovers around 13 years.9 That means many of us will cycle through a few very different homes as we move through different life…
by 04/6/2021
It is important for you to understand your options and think through your preferences when considering whether or not to work with a real estate professional.
by 03/2/2021
While many areas of the economy have contracted, the housing market has stayed remarkably strong. But can the good news last?
by 01/2/2021
The start of a new year always compels people to take a fresh look at their goals, from health and career to relationships and finance. But with historically low mortgage rates, increased home sales and price growth, and a tight housing inventory, the time is right to also…
by 12/1/2020
With the holidays right around the corner, December offers the perfect opportunity to give back to the place we call home. You might want to focus your efforts near home, expand to our larger community, or even help support the people closest to you. Whether you’re…
by 11/4/2020
Without a doubt, “2020 will be known for a lot of things, and a record-breaking year for real estate will certainly be one of its more unexpected legacies,” prominent economist Daryl Fairweather said. And he’s right: most of us would have expected the housing market…
by 06/2/2020
Traditionally, spring is one of the busiest times of the year for real estate. However, the coronavirus outbreak—and subsequent stay-at-home orders—led many buyers and sellers to put their moving plans on hold. In April, new listings fell nearly 45%, and sales volume…
